Best 65in TV under $1.5K on 2019 or 2020 model

LPhi11z on 21/06/2020 - 21:51

Hi All,

First time poster here so please go easy.

Seen a couple of posts for TV's however not exactly what I'm looking for.

Sale season around the corner topped with COVID 19 so assuming deals could be juicy this time around.

Currently looking for a 65in TV (and only this size), and have done quite a number of research on the following:

  1. Samsung 65RU8000 QLED 2019. Although 2019 model, reviews state it being better than the 2020 TU8000 model. It has gone as cheap as under 1.2k with QLED tech.

  2. Hisense 65R8 2019. Overall good TV however, reviews showing connection and system issues. Number of complaints also appear quite high.

  3. TCL 65C715 QLED 2020. Newly released and strong specs compared to the 2 above. Ratings also higher than the above 2. However, haven't yet seen one yet in store to really see how it really is. TCL seems to also be a new competing against the higher brands with great bang for buck.

  4. Sony 65X8500 2019. Strong backed company by numerous reviews. Overall good specs however, I have extremely bright sunlight in my lounge which isn't great for this TV - As i've read.

I'm leaning towards the Samsung due to price and overall specs are compelling although some may disagree with QLED tech. OLED is out of my budget. TCL comes seconds but no good reviews out yet.

What is everyone's recommendations? Or are there other TV's i'm missing out in currently or future releases?

Thanks in advance!

Electrical & Electronics 65inch TV UHD TV

Comments

  • Caped Baldy on 22/06/2020 - 08:44

    I've got the Hisense P8 and it's been solid. I believe the R8 is equivalent to the P6 so Q8 would be a more equivalent model. I managed to get it at an end of life sale for around $1100. So my take away is look into the Q8 instead of R8 and wait patiently.

    If you're playing games response times should be considered.

    • Phi11z on 22/06/2020 - 10:04

      Unfortunately out of my budget. Also, at that price point it would be more ideal looking at the Sony

  • bazzzach on 22/06/2020 - 15:58

    Not sure where you found the Smasung at that price point, but if so, go with that one.

  • Phi11z on 23/06/2020 - 09:14

    Another one to add to the list i the Samsung Q65R/T

  • Aplpw on 24/06/2020 - 09:23

    have you considered LG, I think is around $ 1300 for ebay plus.

  • Aplpw on 24/06/2020 - 09:34

    where you get 65RU8000 QLED 2019 under $1200, please.

    • Phi11z on 24/06/2020 - 14:15

      Domayne offered this deal in March. I'm banking on these deals to resurface.

  • ysenrab on 24/06/2020 - 19:38

    I’m also looking for the same size and similiar price. There were deals back around Feb/March for Samsung 65 inch TVs under $1000 and now nothing, ot even with mid year sales. I’m presuming it’s due to a lack of stock coming in from China?

    • Phi11z on 24/06/2020 - 21:23

      It's true that lack of stock may hinder sales pricing however, the situation has also caused lost jobs, income, and more which would push for sales to come back to boost economy spending. Just my thought. I'm actually leaning more towards the Q65T now. Also, I'm in no rush to buy :)

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